Hyundai once used to rank second in sales in the Indian market. Of late, it has slipped to the fourth position in overall sales. The Korean carmaker is plotting a strong comeback. It is known to be working on a strong product offensive, a large part of which will launch in the next 18 months. Here is a closer look at what’s coming. Let’s start from the affordable side of things. Hyundai is preparing a small, affordable electric SUV that will sit below the Creta Electric when launched. It will compete with models like the Tata Punch.EV when launched. This product is currently codenamed HE1i and has already been spotted testing in India. This signals that the launch may not be too far away. It is, in fact, expected to be out sometime this calendar year. The HE1i will have a boxy design with split headlamps, roof rails, and aero-optimised alloy wheels. It will be small but have a rugged appearance overall. Hyundai will base this EV on the E-GMP (K) platform. Two battery packs will most likely be offered- 42 kWh and 49 kWh. Power output is likely to be around 97 bhp and 115 bhp, respectively. These batteries will likely have claimed range figures of 300 to 350 km. The HE1i electric SUV will have features like dual 10.25-inch screens, ventilated seats, wireless charging, sunroof, 360-degree camera, and more. Pricing could fall in the Rs 10-15 lakh bracket. The Bayon is another expected launch. Expected to be out in late 2026 or early 2027, it will slot between the Venue and Creta in Hyundai’s domestic lineup. It will likely measure around 4.2 metres in length and will have a modern, SUV-like design. This SUV will have a modern, tech-packed cabin. It will come with features like dual 12.3-inch